Wednesday, 4 October 2017

Deciding to choose a career that allows you to travel the world while teaching to earn an attractive salary at the same time? Teaching English overseas and that too in Europe is what you need to give the right start to your career. To begin the next stage of your planning is to decide where in Europe you want to teach. Yes you heard that right! Europe is home to a number of beautiful and attractive countries and their differences vary hugely. So, it is vital to know which country is right for you before making a move. After all, the country is about to become your home. Deciding on which of these popular countries for teaching in Europe is right for you, can be a daunting task.

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Getting a TEFL certification in India, is one of the mandatory factors preferred by schools before appointing them as EFL/ESL teachers. While this isn't a necessity in some European destinations, most countries prefer teachers who have a certification. Either way, it'll always make you better qualified and prepared for the job. Let’s have a look at the countries in Europe:PolandPoland is a gorgeous country and everyone should be here once. Some of the most popular places are Warsaw, and also Krakow, Gdansk, and Katowice. Callan teaching method is quite popular here and this needs to be kept in mind. The teaching method is used to encourage students to speak without translating the language first by running lessons at a slightly faster pace. HungaryThe capital city, Budapest, is an amazing place to be around due to its Gothic architecture and an old world charm. After a long and tiring day in the classroom, relaxing in a thermal bath or exploring the city with friends provides a big relief.FranceThe French love their mother tongue. It's estimated that approx 39% of the population speak English. It means that the demand for English teacher for language lessons is pretty high throughout the country. On the other hand, France also has a rising demand for Business English teachers. Though they prefer considering people who knows business, over people who know teaching. DenmarkPeople of Denmark are able to speak English really well, as they start to learn it from a very early age. Students of Denmark students are eager learners and though there is plenty of work for English teachers in these countries, it is getting harder and harder to come by. There remains a lot of opportunity for independently organized tutoring jobs in Denmark. For first timers who are English teachers abroad, this could provide memories to last a lifetime.SpainSpain, like France, stands out for its government sponsored teaching program. The biggest hurdle to clear while aiming to teach in Europe is to get a visa; these programs eliminate that problem entirely. In addition, the cost of living is quite affordable, making the initially low seeming English teaching salary in Spain not so bad. Being an EFL/ESL teacher is an adventure in itself provided that you have a passion to teach and travel to various destinations around the world. The cultural differences that range from place to place will surely surprise you and broaden your horizons.

Monday, 4 September 2017

In a constantly changing and fiercely competitive world, the need and pressure to do more is tremendous. There is a continuous requirement to learn new skills, gain qualifications and at the same time acquire knowledge that is significant and relevant in today's technologically driven marketplace. During a time of booming digital economy, the demand for technically and analytically skilled and expert professionals is high. Such criteria are inspiring job prospects and stirring up competition among individuals willing to secure valuable talent. With such a demand for learning and to remain ahead in the competition, service providers like training organizations, colleges and even universities have started providing courses that are not only flexible, but are accessible anytime, from any place.

The online courses came as a boon for many amidst a competitive and time-starved world. An online course sharpens the already existing skills in a person and broaden their horizons leaving their limitation of time and place far behind. Employers are slowly shifting their focus from ‘degree based’ hiring to a more ‘skill based’ hiring with many even agreeing to the fact that degrees are not even a priority for certain jobs. In the course of time, degrees will seize to exist in CVs and will lead to the demand of educational courses or skills that are shorter, cost saving and which are more relevant towards a particular type of career prospect. As for example, online TEFL courses prove beneficial to many as more and more people can learn the effective skills and approaches towards EFL/ESL teaching. Classroom learning is still considered valuable in today's modern world but an increasing amount of people does not feel the necessity to be tied to a confined place or time to acquire new skills. In fact, according to a recent study, a fair percent of all college and university students are now enrolled with their online education courses.Apart from the above mentioned importance of an online course, let us peek into the other benefits of it:• Online programs offer an array of courses which may not be possible for an in class mode. Be it university courses, completely online colleges or special courses to hone the skills for better job prospects.• One of the important factors is that it brings down the total cost of the course and makes it more affordable. It’s not always the course cost, it can also be associated costs too. Like commutation cost, material cost etc. • Students can log onto the course material according to their convenience, making it possible for them to keep up with other responsibilities. Online courses offer excellent options for working people because it allows them to work and study at unusual times, which they are used to in their line of work.• More and more service providers, universities are offering online programs, increasing the available options and allowing students to search until they find one that meets their needs.• Online courses are available round-the-clock to any student with a computer and Internet access, unlike on-campus courses. • Online students can study right from their homes; saving time and fuel, and sparing the journey. It also eliminates having to commute in rough weather.• Online students learn through a variety of ways, including Web cams, CD/DVDs, animation and virtual classrooms.There are advantages and disadvantages to every type and mode of learning environment. Students/professionals need to examine and study both the pros and cons which will contribute greatly in making a decision about his/her career path. So point of concern is that, the efforts that any student puts into their learning, will eventually determine how much he/she will retain and how beneficial the overall experience will become to his/her future career or job prospects.

Monday, 21 August 2017

Asia is the largest continent among others in terms of area and population, also one of the most sought after places in terms of tourism and employment. EFL/ESL teachers with a TEFL certification are in high demand here. TEFL/TESOL is gradually gaining importance across the world as English is slowly becoming the new international language. Thanks to its massive population, Asia is one of the leading TEFL job producers in the world. Asia is home to many of the largest & most lucrative job markets for teaching English in the World.The field of TEFL is increasing at a rapid rate and is slowly garnering demand for TEFL/TESOL certified teachers. There is high demand for teachers around the world, especially in the Asian subcontinent followed by the Middle East, Europe and Latin America. There is considerable demand for TEFL/TESOL certified teachers in the Asian nations that are combined of a vast amount of population. Its dedication towards education is quite deeply rooted and the opulent widespread economic condition makes Asia, by far, the top choice in the world for EFL/ESL teaching. Asia is showing a potential growth in recruiting EFL/ESL teaching as a majority of all the job prospects are located here. Significant numbers of qualified teachers are employed each year in Japan, China, Taiwan, and South Korea. Besides, newly rising and booming South East Asian countries like Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia represent some of the fastest-growing job markets on the planet.

Rich in history, deep-rooted cultures, and superb natural beauty, Asia also offers some of the most highly profitable job prospects in the world as a typical native-speaking English teacher with a TEFL/TESOL Certification can expect to save 30% - 50% from their pay cheque after all the expenses.So why would anyone want to teach in Asia?In Asia, a teacher earning a handsome amount can think of a comfortable life along with clearing off debts or sending money back home in their native places. On an average, a teacher is able to save a majority from their per month salary while teaching abroad. Rents are also quite low and comparatively they get good salary. A beginner or a new teacher may get as much as 2,200 USD/month. So the numbers really speak for themselves in this part of the world. Apart from that, Asian culture teaches students to be polite in the classroom and to be respectful towards their teachers. This is a big plus point for teachers as they would have to focus less on classroom management and more on the teaching aspect. The students are very respectful, courteous, and at times, even silent in the classroom! What more can a teacher ask for!EFL teaching in Asia has its own highlights. Let us go through some of the major highlights.• In South Korea, English teachers can easily save between 10,000 to 15,000 USD per year after their expenses. While in Japan, Taiwan, China & Vietnam, savings often range between 5,000 - 8,000 USD annually. There are good prospects to work, earn and save money in Thailand as well. In fact Thailand is the most sought after place in Asia.• A TEFL/TESOL degree of four-year is often a mandatory criterion to teach English in most Asian countries. But if you’re without a four-year degree, chances are that you may find scope in some fantastic countries like China & Cambodia. • Maximum teaching positions in urbanized Asian countries like Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and China, are acquired by interviewing in advance from your home country. So most teachers are already with a job even before leaving for the destined region.• If you are the one who’s looking for a thrilling international experience and scopes for making and saving good amount of money while teaching English abroad, Asia is a region that you seriously need to consider. With a massive amount of population compared to all of the other continents combined, Asia continues to reign supreme in terms of demand for English teachers around the globe and shows a promising prospect. The top five countries in Asia that provides a culturally rich and unique lifestyle along with an abundance of English teaching opportunities: Taiwan, Thailand, South Korea, Turkey and China. So what are you waiting for? Get yourself a TEFL degree; pack your bags and off you go! Asia beckons!

Tuesday, 8 August 2017

In recent times, the demands for certified and skilled trainers in EFL/ESL teaching are soaring in most parts of the world. TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language, is gradually increasing in value and will continue to do so in the days to come. As English continues to gain importance throughout the world, the non- native nations are realising the significance of English as an international communication medium and are showing keen interest in the English communication skills which in turn is earning soaring demand for TEFL certified teachers who are able to help and improve their English skills. Similarly TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) qualified teachers are in equal demand. To be more convenient, when these terms applies to the field of teaching abroad, there remains very little or negligible difference. The acronyms almost mean the same thing. That is, teaching English to the non-native speakers. In the same way, a vast majority of cases deals with a TEFL and TESOL when it comes to teaching English abroad. If you are looking ahead to get a TEFL certification, make sure to gain some experience as well with practice teaching (or similar methods), before applying to schools abroad. In that way, you can gain confidence before stepping in a classroom. Teaching English abroad is as much a career for experienced, retired persons as for people looking for a change in their job. It also attracts people who have a taste for travelling and earning at the same time.

So why is it necessary to have a proper certification despite having teaching experience? It is because excellent training provides you with the required skills that you need to become an effective EFL/ESL teacher. A trained teacher with a strong grip on the subject matter and responsibilities is a favoured criterion, and with that, chances are higher that you will enjoy a satisfying and gratifying teaching experience. Majority of reputed schools and language institutes (both public and private) throughout the world will not even consider your application for a teaching candidate if there is an absence ofinternationally accredited TEFL certification. If you want to be considered for decent English teaching jobs in your native or in non-native countries, you must hold an accredited TEFL certification. In some countries, experience in teaching is a sought after criterion along with a TEFL Certification that is required for a non-native person to legally work as an English teacher.During school or institute based interviews for the position of an English teacher, you may be asked to exhibit a strong grip on basic teaching skills like lesson planning, curriculum development, and teaching methodology, that can only be gained through taking a quality accredited TEFL certification course along with a few years of work experience. Experience is a necessary factor as it provides an individual with much needed confidence required to face real life challenges. In an era of narrowing job markets, every advantage needs to be given and without an accredited TEFL certification; you will certainly put yourself in the disadvantage. With an accredited TEFL certification through any reputed TEFL training institute, you will receive along a Job Search Guidance that will help you to keep track of the international job markets, understand employment practices in different countries, and to benefit yourself with the best possible job opportunities. It can be anywhere in the world, may even be your dream destination where you have wanted to teach English. Possibly and most significantly, lacking in proper training that you will receive with an accredited TEFL/TESOL certification course, you will be unable to provide the quality educational experience to your students. So a proper certification and experience goes hand in hand as seniority with experience is looked up to as valuable as providing and inculcating the same in students. Teachers should identify and answer accordingly to their needs and thoughts. That can only be achieved with years of experience. As a TEFL/TESOL trainer, exploring varied cultures and backpacking through a wide range of nations will provide you with the much needed experience to foster a good learning and creativity filled classroom environment.

Wednesday, 26 July 2017

If international exploration full of adventure is what your plan is all about, then here comes the best opportunity of earning and exploring – TEFL/TESOL. With 1.7 billion people using and learning English around the globe and the numbers ever increasing, the international job market was never this strong. New opportunities are opening up every single day in countries like China, Turkey, Vietnam, Costa Rica and so on. Vietnam: A treasure trove of culture, fantasy and natural offerings, Vietnam boasts of Sapa highlands, street markets of Ho Chi Minh City, sprawling delta of the Mekong River and many more. One of the highest recruiters of TEFL teachers, Ho Chi Minh City itself hires new English teachers almost on a regular basis. Good salaries clubbed with low cost of living ensures that teachers can save as much as 500USD with ease, if not more!Nicaragua: Nicaragua too does have one of the fastest growing job markets though it remains virtually undiscovered. In addition, this is worthy of mention that Nicaragua is regarded as the safest country in 2014 Gallup Survey. A small yet beautiful country in the heart of Latin America, it has lovely beaches, lush greenery and mind-blowing topography.Colombia: Nearly 30 years ago Colombia was infamous for drug violence and political turmoil, however with steady economic reform and political stabilization, Colombia has become a popular TEFL destination of Latin America. The cities of Bogota and Medilin are commercially enriched centres renowned for colourful markets and fast paced nightlife with which come the magnificent beaches, lush rain forests, and rich historical and cultural treasures. One can find jobs in private schools, language institutions and government and non-government organizations of Colombia.Czech Republic: Czech Republic is a unique kind of place to teach English owing to the vintage setup of mediaeval castles, cobblestone streets, and picturesque villages amalgamated with the modern setup of great bars and cafes. An up-coming economy in the heart of Europe, Czech Republic offers one of the top most job markets for teaching English abroad. One can get work permit easily there and the cost of living is also comparatively lower.Taiwan: Taiwan is a great combination of high tech economy and tropical island topography along with grand museums, soaring skyscrapers, colorful night markets and delicious food stalls. Adjacent to Taiwan is located a small island nation, Bahamas, which has beautiful beaches with exciting activities like surfing and wind surfing. The mountainous interiors enable one to enjoy hiking, gliding and cycling. If not as lucrative as South Korea, Taiwan still offers great pay and endless benefits to its TEFL teachers.

Turkey:The crossroad of history and culture, Turkey has it all from Biblical prophets to Homeric heroes to Crusader knights and Ottoman sultans. Of late, Turkey poses itself as one of the fastest recruiting TEFL countries in East Asia with Istanbul leading the list. The primary advantage of teaching English in Turkey is, one gets job in advance and work permit is achieved without much difficulties. South Korea: The journey of South Korea from a third world nation to an economic powerhouse across three generations is a glorifying tale. The reason of its becoming the most prosperous and technologically advanced country is primary due to its strong commitment towards education and recognition of consistent success in the international market, which is apparently dominated by English. Every year, the number of foreign teachers flocking in South Korea is approximately 20,000. A teacher in South Korea receives 2 to 4 weeks of paid vacation, health insurance and the opportunity to live in some of the most dynamic cities like Seoul and Busan.

Thursday, 20 July 2017

Who doesn’t want to go abroad and work there along with getting good remuneration for it! Yes! Sounds exciting already? This is already happening around the world with people who are enthusiastic about it and getting themselves qualified in EFL/ESL teaching. You can get TEFL certified and then teach in your dream destination.
Teaching English abroad gives real international work experience that is highly sought after by business honchos in the globalized era of the 21st century. More than ever, success or even survival in business depends on moving and selling goods and information across borders and around the globe. Ranging from financial securities and information technology to food products and petroleum, to be a ‘global leader’ in anything, businesses need to compete and flourish in international locations such as China, Europe, Brazil etc. This means that major companies in all fields seek those with real life experience, a challenged level and a proven capability to work internationally with people from different cultures and backgrounds. This level of experience and expertise is achieved by teaching English abroad while living and working as a member of the native society in a foreign locale.

Teaching English abroad proves your capability to get used to to a new location and to live and work with people belonging to a varied background. In a diverse society of the 21st century, proven abilities to take on newer challenges and adapting to new environment is considered precious. Similar thing is presumed from one’s ability to live and work abroad in sync with the people from varied cultures, backgrounds and languages.
It will require you to widen your organizational and communicative skills, along with the ability to manage group situations. No matter what arena of work or study you will enter in the future, but by developing these skills that includes the ability to grip your command in a given space, will surely benefit you and make you more sought-after as an employee or a student. Many people tremble just at the thought of speaking in front of a large group or trying to communicate with someone speaking a different language. In such a regard, your capability to command or engage a room is highly advantageous as an English teacher you will be engaging students in a classroom for five-six days of class times.
You Get Paid to Live, Travel and Work in a foreign locale unlike just studying abroad which would probably cost you or your parents a great deal of money but when you are into teaching English abroad, you actually get paid to live in a foreign country (may be your dream destination) like Italy, France, or Spain. Doesn’t it sound cool? In most parts of Europe and Latin America, first-time English teachers earn a wage that enables them to live in a comfortable way that cover all their expenses and allows enjoying travel or other recreational hobbies. In such regions, most first-time English teachers are self-reliant but isn’t able to save much after expenses at the end of each month.
You will eventually become a member of the local community in a foreign country and get an opportunity to explore them as well. As an English teacher abroad, you may tend to indulge yourself in the everyday life and culture of a foreign locality even more deeply than while teaching abroad. You can opt to live in a typical middle class locality, even chose to shop and commute by local means and hang out at the corner café, bars within your neighborhood. With such welcoming attitude, your neighbors and colleagues will invite you to join them at family celebrations like weddings, providing you with a chance to experience a foreign culture to a level your peeps back home could only think of.
If that’s not all, you get the chance to learn a foreign language along with your wonderful experience of teaching abroad. Be its Spanish, Chinese, Russian or Arabic, the best way to learn to a foreign language is to indulge yourself in an environment where you will be exposed to it and enjoy opportunities to use it constantly. Teaching English abroad is a very practical way to support yourself while living and travelling abroad and learning a foreign language. Moreover, your experience while teaching English abroad will set you apart from other applicants for jobs that you will apply for in the days to come. This actually works in your favour and benefits in enhancing your career prospects like never before.

Wednesday, 12 July 2017

The TEFL world is large and complicated landing students amidst a plethora of questions. Many who are new to the field and do not have enough knowledge about the same tend to get perplexed owing to the mixed answers provided by the blogs, forums and other sites. Everyone has his/her own reason of entering the crazy world of TEFL – while some aspire to teach and explore, some others want a mid-career change. Here are some straight forward answers to the five most common myths all the TEFL aspirants have.

Myth1I won’t be looked upon well by the employers if I have teach abroad experience on my resume

Nothing can be as far from this as the truth. If you have teaching experience abroad on the resume, it actually attests the fact that how flexible and independent you are and capable of navigating difficult situations. Not to mention, you might have even picked up a foreign language during your tenure, which has helped you develop a valuable skill set. Besides, this serves as a great talking point in any interview. This is undoubtedly a fact that your experience abroad will definitely make you stand out among the other candidates.Myth 2I have to know the native tongue of the foreign country where I shall go to teach English

It is the other way round. While knowing the native tongue can make your communication easy with your students, this might, in turn, defeat your sole goal, i.e., teaching English. You might get tempted to talking to them in their native language rather than communicating with them in English. This is wrong for the Direct Method (a method of teaching English only in English) works best for TEFL. Nonetheless, in the course of your stay in the foreign country you will eventually achieve fluency in the language.

Myth 3I cannot teach abroad without having a degree

This cannot really be termed as a myth as majority of schools around the world do prefer a college degree for selecting a TEFL teacher, like in most locations of Asia, a college degree is highly essential. However, there are places in South and Central America where one can qualify as a TEFL teacher without a college degree.Myth 4TEFL career does not pay for your living

Oh come on! You really need to wake up and get a concrete market review. You can make way more money teaching in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) than you can think as the tax is less and accommodation is free! And even if you get the opportunity to teach in China or South Korea even then you will be able to save a lot of money.Myth 5I don’t need a TEFL certification to teach abroad

This is the biggest myth one can ever come across. In today’s TEFL market, the best jobs with the best salaries are reserved for the certified candidates. So, unless you have a TEFL certification you will be really pushed back in the competitive market of TEFL jobs.

Wednesday, 5 July 2017

Are you thinking of taking up the profession of teaching English as a foreign language which also entails travelling around the world? Then by now you must have understood that pursuing a training course on the same is the only way to enjoy a fulfilling career. However while searching for the most suitable training programs most of the aspirants seem to get confused by the array of international courses that are available all across, both in the on-site as well as online modes of learning. And the main elements of confusion are usually regarding TEFL, TESOL and CELTA. Let us discuss this and try and clear up the doubts and queries that cloud up the minds of the teaching aspirants.

TEFL, TESOL and CELTA all three have the same meaning and relevance in the international teaching market. TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language, TESOL stands for Teaching English to the Speakers of other language and CELTA stands for Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults and refers to Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. Therefore it can be well understood that all the three terms are almost similar. The term TEFL is used in most parts of the world whereas TESOL is mainly used in the North America, Canada and Australia.
CELTA is a highly revered teacher training program that is considered by many educational institutes as the benchmark for teaching English in any part of the world. However both are the same product, CELTA having a specific brand name. The University of Cambridge is the affiliating body for all the CELTA courses and since it is such a renowned and prestigious educational institution that is held in high esteem by one and all, hence a CELTA certificate is considered to be more prestigious than those courses accredited by other certification bodies. CELTA courses need to follow and adhere to certain requirements and hence it is a given that the courses are of international standards.
TEFL courses on the other hand provided by various training institutes and are affiliated by different institutes. The course curriculum is also not fixed like CELTA with no fixed curriculum and each institute formulating their own curriculum. This however does not mean that TEFL/TESOL courses are less valuable or holds lesser weightage than CELTA courses;TEFL courses are available in many levels and can exceed CELTA.
Nevertheless, everything depends on the recruiter as to which certificate they are giving preference and importance to. However both CELTA and TEFL can be pursued in the online as well as in-class mode of learning and both give equal importance to practicum classes whereas the theoretical course content comprises of language awareness and learning skills, communication in various modes- reading, writing, listening, and speaking, lesson planning and the various approaches to teaching English to learners who first language of communication is not English, etc.
In order to pursue any of the courses, whether TEFL or CELTA, it requires the aspiring candidates to possess near native English fluency, both in speaking and writing model, and a high school education degree. However CELTA gives preference to those who are 20 years of age and above whereas for TEFL/TESOL the minimum age criteria is 18 years. Also TEFL training courses are available in cheaper variations than CELTA courses. Hence if you are really looking forward to teach English and have a long career in it then pursuing a CELTA course will be beneficial, however if you are not too sure and want to test the waters then pursuing the certificate or Diploma TEFL Course will be a wiser decision. (Also remember nowadays most countries well accept a certified TEFL training certificate).

Thursday, 29 June 2017

"It took a while for me to figure out that classroom management was really a relationship building skill." Jeremey Wilder ‏
Managing classrooms and at the same time teaching the learners in the classrooms can quite be a difficult task to achieve if the teacher is a newbie and not well trained in conducting classes. New teachers, who are yet to start any kind of teaching or have just started their career in teaching, may find it difficult to manage the learners in the classrooms and at the same time ensure that they are able to utilize the maximum amount of time in the class to their benefit, more so because of their lack of experience in the required field. Classroom management has become an essential element in today’s classrooms, including ESL/EFL ones. Classes comprise of learners from various backgrounds, ethnicity and culture and therefore each one’s behavior is bound to differ from the other. Hence a formal training on Classroom Management will prove to be beneficial for you both as a regular and TEFL teacher, if you intend to have a well accomplished, fulfilling career in teaching and training.

Classroom management training TEFL online courses usually comprise of topics on learning strategies to foster a learning environment in the classroom, the principles of correct learning, what are the roles expected out of a teacher and the students present in the class, the meaning and use of the term ‘discipline’, the techniques that are to be practiced in the classroom to motivate and encourage the learners in classroom participation, managing large groups when the size of the class is big, time management strategies and many other equally important topics.Classroom management techniques also comprise of identifying disruptive learners in the classroom and dealing with them (i.e. prevent any form of disruption from occurring), handling disruption when they have already occurred, encourage good behavior, if possible make a list of the types of behavioral guide to be followed in the class, and the types of unacceptable behavior that are prohibited and would attract actions and disciplinary practices. Other necessary rules to be included in that guideline may vary from not interrupting when the teacher speaks, clear doubts and queries when the teacher says so, refrain from correcting fellow classmates when they make any mistake, homework policies to be followed, and other rules which the teacher might think to be necessary. Also, handling large groups can really be difficult for teachers hence dividing these groups into smaller groups and then assigning them with tasks. It is necessary for the learners in the class, especially Young learners, feel comfortable for learning in places and situations where they feel safe and not threatened
Lesson planning is another effective strategy to ensure that you as a teacher are able to effectively use your time in the classroom. A typical lesson plan will include both learning from the books or blackboards but also efficacious learning activities that are interesting enough for the learners to participate and engage them in those activities. A well planned lesson plan will not only boost your confidence as a teacher as you go prepared for the class but also help you be on track as the class progresses and refrain you from discussing other things too much that are not related to the subject.
Another key component of classroom management is feeling calm and confident. A new teacher who is just starting out may feel nervous however if the learners sense it then it is not good news for the teacher. Hence whatever you are going thorough, the key is to get yourself together and project a cool and confident teacher to the learners.A teaching practice session in this case will be a great help and will surely provide you with the essential first hand teaching experience before you venture into the real world of teaching.

Tuesday, 20 June 2017

Are you a fresher fresh out of college and looking to make a career that is both rewarding as well as enriching? Or Are you a working professional, looking for a career change from your monotonous job? Whatever be the case, if you have good communication skills in spoken and written English, have a clear diction, is patient around people, is adaptable in any situation, enjoy interacting with people, have confidence in yourself to conquer the unknown, and want to teach internationally, then a career in ESL/EFL teaching may be your answer and perhaps the best available solution.

ESL/EFL teaching is fast catching up in this age where English is the go-to language for all. As more and more people of various nations are speaking English and are using English as the preferable language of communication, English has easily obtained the status of being the lingua franca, and is hence the preferred mode of communication among all sectors namely trade and business, politics and even for maintaining good interpersonal relationships between countries.Furthermore, due to cordial relations being maintained across borders, domestic companies are increasing their trade boundaries too. In order to ensure that their professional growth and prospective is on the right track, and to carry on business without much hassle, knowing English has become a subject of prime importance because translating languages has an added cost on the companies and nation as a whole whose first language is not English.

Hence ESL/EFL teaching profession has turned out to be lucrative career for many, with the advantage of teaching abroad and the opportunity to travel around various places. However, most countries now only hire trained ESL/EFL teachers because of which a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) training certificate has becoming a mandate to search for TEFL opportunities in places of your choice.Nonetheless, those organizations hiring ESL/EFL teacher and have not made a TEFL certification necessary will anyway prefer TEFL certificate holders over their non-TEFL counterparts; if nothing at all, the TEFL holders will at least have better positions with better pay packages in those organizations.

A TEFL graduate is eligible to teach English as a language and also other subjects in English to learners all over the world. The 4 week training course trains and acquaints the candidates the modern and innovative teaching methodologies that will be effective on learners of the 21st Century. They become proficient in teaching learners belonging to different ages, backgrounds, culture, language and ethnicities. The course curriculum included in TEFL generally involves topics on the strategies of planning and preparing lessons, the techniques of effectively delivering it to the learners in the classroom, helping the learners improve their English communication skills with others, classroom management strategies which also includes time management and disaster management and the various use of teaching aids and equipment to make the lessons interesting to the learners, the different approaches to deal with Young Learners and Adult Learners, and many more.

Since most of the training institutes provide these professional TEFL courses in the online mode of learning, hence it will be highly advisable that you opt for a Teaching practice in local schools in your area so that you may be able to practice and implement the newly obtained knowledge and skills.

TEFL graduates are hired in private and international schools, language learning centres and grooming centers, or in voluntary organizations where learners of various age come to learn the language and gain fluency in it.

Earn and at the same time travel to the new and exotic places in the world; gain new experiences in your lifetime and experience the difference!

Wednesday, 7 June 2017

TEFL which stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language is a teacher training program that is applicable for all those teaching aspirants who are interested in a teaching career in foreign countries. TEFL is similar to TESOL which stands for Teaching English to the Speakers of Other Languages. If you are looking forward to having a well-established teaching/training career abroad, then pursuing a TEFL training program will be most suitable for you, as most countries prefer hiring a TEFL trained educator for their educational institutes and language training classes.
TEFL training programs are available in two training modes- online (which spans for a minimum of 3 months for certificate course and increases its duration as one opts for more advanced courses) and in-class (which usually spans for 3-4 weeks of duration). If you are a working professional, whether employed in the Education Sector or in any other profession, and are per-occupied with your work that you do not have the requisite amount of time to dedicate to in-class programs then pursuing an online program will be the apt decision on your part. All the online courses come with constant tutor support throughout.

There are various TEFL online programs that are offered by various teacher training institutes. They are as follows:

Online TEFL Certificate Course –this course is the basic level program which is of 120 hours duration and covers acquaintance on topics like modern teaching methodologies, language acquisition skills, language communication skills, classrooms management techniques, etc. this course is primarily for you if you are looking for a short term career in ESL/EFL teaching and are not sure about your career decision right at the moment.Online TEFL Diploma Course – this course spans for 8 months duration period and can be pursued by both new and experienced TEFL educators where they are acquainted with in-depth knowledge on relevant topics to be implemented in the classrooms. The topics include modern teaching approaches, language acquisition skills, language communication skills, classroom management techniques, phonology, grammar, differences between teaching Young Learners and Adult Learners, research topics, etc.Online TEFL PG Diploma Course – this TEFL program is an advanced one and is for duration of 280 hours. This intensive training course provides a thorough knowledge and understanding on latest and modern ESL/EFL teaching approaches and techniques, language acquisition skills, language communication skills, classroom management techniques, phonology, grammar, need based lesson planning, an in-depth awareness of Young Learners and Adult Learners (Specializations on any one topic), how to handle them and bring out their best in the classrooms, research materials and many more important topics which will enable the candidates get a comprehensive idea of TEFL.Online International Diploma Course – this is a specialized TEFL program for a total duration of 360 hours and covers a wide range of topics like TEFL, Train the Trainer and Education Management. TEFL, as already discussed above, comprises of modern ESL/EFL teaching methodologies useful for teachers aspiring to teach learners in other countries, especially in non-English speaking nations where English is not used as the first language of communication; Train the Trainer involves training sessions for aspiring or new trainers as well as experienced ones who are looking to know the latest tools and techniques used in training professional adults, understand and analyze the needs of the participating professionals and deliver trainings based on those so that they are able to gain the expert skills for which they generally enroll in the training sessions; Education Management comprises of the management of both the human and non-human resources to be used to the utmost so that they yield optimum favorable results.

The above courses are a testimony that there are many choices that a TEFL aspirant is offered with. It is up to you which course will opt for that will suit you and your preference.

Wednesday, 24 May 2017

ESL/EFL teaching career, also known as TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) or TESOL (Teaching English to the Speakers of Other Languages) is not only a lucrative career option (with its hourly payment facility) but also is exciting and refreshing than other professions. For working professionals too, who are working in other field of professions, a career in TEFL/TESOL provides a much needed break from their monotonous and tedious life. Most nations today, who recruit overseas teachers as ESL/EFL teachers for their educational institutions, prefer trained ones, preferably with a TEFL certificate from a well-recognised training institute. Hence it is advisable for you, if you are planning to be successful in this ESL/EFL profession, there is nothing smarter than having a professional training certificate like TEFL in your resume.

󠀠A career in TEFL is not only rewarding and fulfilling as you as a TEFL educator get to head a class full of learners belonging from various age and backgrounds, but also get the opportunity of wandering to the various new places on the Earth and unravelling the unknown.

However, before enrolling for any TEFL program, you should first decide that whether you want to become a TEFL educator because you get to travel to the various exotic places on Earth or is it because you are serious about the career and want to gain experiences and carve out a successful career in ESL/EFL teaching. Once you have made up your mind as to in which direction you want to take yourself as a certified TEFL educator, then it will be easier for you to search and apply for jobs and it will also help the training institute providing the training program, to assist you in your search for the perfect job.TEFL courses that are offered by the top reputed training institutes have a curriculum that is at par with the international standard of teaching so that the candidates after completing the training program are able to find job opportunities at anywhere around the world. There various TEFL programs whose curriculum is bound to vary, however certain topics are constant which involve topics on training like language acquisition and language learning skills, modern teaching techniques and Material Management, lesson planning, classroom management skills, linguistics and grammar skills, Teaching Young Learners and many more.Since English has become the ‘lingua franca’ so has the use of the language increased; in today’s time, most of the countries prefer using English as the primary language of communication in official works in both government and private organizations. Hence the demand and need for teachers of English have increased as more and more English medium schools are multiplying in numbers and trying to provide quality education for the students enrolled there. TEFL teachers will be able to teach in these institutes as an English communication teacher, oras a teacher of other subjects in English; they can even find employment opportunities as language communication trainer, grooming expert and many other language training professions in the private grooming and training centres.In countries like Thailand you will be able to teach as well as get ample amount of time to leisurely spend your free time by visiting the various tourist attractions in the country. In countries like South Korea, Japan, China and Dubai, the pressure in the schools is greater, hence if you are looking to have to have an exhaustive knowledge on ESL/EFL career and teaching methodologies that are prevalent in the institutes then finding employment in one of these countries will be enriching and fulfilling and will enhance your expertise as a TEFL educator within a comparatively shorter span of time.

Friday, 19 May 2017

Those who opt to be a part of the teaching and training profession and want to become globally accomplished and proficient teachers and trainers will benefit by pursuing a professional training program for the same. Teacher training plays an important part in the success of a teacher in her career that provide them with the requisite knowledge, skills and guidance to know the new and modern ways and methodologies of teaching that is prevalent in this post-modernist world.A course in International Teaching Diploma meant for Teachers & Trainers does just that and more.The International Teaching Diploma training program with specialization on TEFL ensures that the teachers and trainers enrolled in the program receive training on teaching approaches that are at par with the international standard of teaching as well as receive training on modern ESL/EFL teaching techniques and also on Education Management.

The profession of teaching and training throws challenging situations on a daily basis to the professionals working in this field and it will help themto deal with such situations if they are trained on a specialized program that they would be interested in. There are quite a number of teacher training courses being provided to aspirants all over which focuses on preparing the aspirants on contemporary teaching methodologies and making them competent enough to become well-informed confident teachers, however the most reliable and useful course to be undertaken is International Diploma for Teachers & Trainers with specialization in TEFL. The course generally includes 3 main areas of training– TEFL, Train the Trainer and Education Management. Therefore a candidate while pursuing this course would acquire knowledge and the nuanceson• TEFL which is Teaching English as a Foreign Language,• Conducting and facilitating a training session for adults,• Education ManagementThere are many aspirants who are trying to get a detailed insight in Teaching and Training and as well as would also like to be a part of the international teaching world. Hence, this particular course is aimed at those aspirants who are looking to have an enriching international teaching/training career as well. Very few teacher training institutes offer a program for teachers and trainers that comprises of the three main pillars of teaching and development. It is the candidates’ duty to opt for the one that suits their needs. With TEFL training, the aspirants become eligible to teach in any educational institutes around the world, wherein they learn to teach English communication (both verbal and written) skills to Adult/ Professional Learners as well as other subjects too to Young learners of various age groups, develop lesson planning skills, classroom management techniques, the modern tools to be used in the classrooms, and many more. This course will certainly acquaint the aspirants on the skills and knowledge required to become a TEFL educator. The course also makes aspiring or experienced trainers gain updated and effective modern training strategies to adult learners those of whom are aspiring to become trainers, creating a positive and co-operative classroom environment, gaining knowledge on various learning styles and many other relevant topics related to training the aspiring trainers. This course also covers another important part of the Education Sector and that is Education Management where the enrolled candidates are also provided with a detailed knowledge and understanding of the working of educational institutions like schools and colleges and what the functions of an individual who are a part of the Education Management team and how hecan contribute in the betterment of the institution and the teachers and other staffs working there.Most of the teacher training courses nowadays are moving away from the traditional teaching methodologies and resorting to more learner centric teaching approaches and techniques where the aspiring candidates are acquainted with new and modern methodologies on teaching that will be useful while dealing with the learners. The International Diploma for Teachers & Trainers program is aimed at developing these qualities in the aspirants and making them ready to opt for a career in teaching/training and even shuffle among them according to their choice – whether as a TEFL educator, trainer or an Education Manager.

Friday, 12 May 2017

True it is that TEFL is for those who are thinking of travelling to the various different places of their choice, thereby having an international career that would allow them with the freedom to travel around the world. However, it is solely up to you that whether you want to be an ESL/EFL trained educator that will enable you to travel around or you are serious about teaching as a profession and would like to travel and teach to challenge yourself towards personal as well as professional growth.

If you are looking to travel and use your ESL/EFL career as a funding for your travelling then a short term course also known as Certificate Course comprising of 120 hours will be appropriate for you. However if you looking for a long term and robust career in ESL/EFL teaching where along with enjoying a fulfilling teaching career both in the your home-country or abroad, you also get to experience the idiosyncrasies of the places of your living, then a more detailed and comprehensive training program will be beneficial to start off or flourish in your ESL/EFL teaching profession. A Diploma Course comprising of 220 hours is the course that TEFL aspirants must aspire to pursue in order to get acquainted with the nuances of modern ESL/EFL teaching methodologies, which are applicable worldwide in various positions in the different educational institutions. As a TEFL educator, one can always choose to stay in his/her home country or travel abroad in search of better opportunities and placement.Many consider a career in TEFL as a paid holiday for the TEFLers, however there is more to it than just experiencing the various places. As a TEFL educator one gets the envious opportunity to explore the different places in the world around, broaden one’s horizon, whereby their thought process changes, and there is a positive change in their perspective of seeing things around them. Hence along with acquiring knowledge through the rigorous training in the TEFL training programs, travelling also plays an important role in the knowledge gaining process.As you become confident of pursuing a TEFL program, a thorough knowledge of the training institution from where you will be pursuing the course, is a mandate. An aspiring candidate should always ensure that he/she has full knowledge on the authenticity of the institute, about the accreditation bodies that the institute and its courses are certified to, the alumni reviews and feedbacks, placement assistance and so on. These points are generally to be kept in mind in order to ensure that you as an aspiring candidate get to choose the best available training institutions.A Diploma course program from a well certified institute comprises of various topics that are imperative for the aspiring candidates to know and get acquainted with. The course curriculum usually consists of topics like language acquisition skills, the modern and contemporary ESL teaching approaches and methodologies, knowledge on learner behavior and their handling methods of those belonging to various age groups, with special emphasis on Young Learners, through knowledge of grammar, English communication skills (which includes reading, writing, listening and speaking skills), classroom management techniques, various kinds of uses of different teaching materials in the classrooms and many more.Today’s TEFL programs are all about catering to the needs and requirements of the learners, hence the programs are designed in such a way allowing ample scope of interaction between the learners and the educators where the educators are present in the classrooms to guide and facilitate the learning process. This learner-centric teaching approach being taught to the trainee candidates ensures that they are able to effectively implement this style of teaching in their classrooms as they get employed in an educational institute.

Saturday, 6 May 2017

Do you like travelling? Do you want to have a career that involves traveling? If the answers are a yes then you should definitely try for an international career in teaching English. ESL (English as a Second Language) or EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teachers are much in demand all around the world and if you are trained in one of its courses popularly known as TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) then a guaranteed job is in the best institutes is what you will end up with.A TEFL certificate ensures you to either teach English as a subject or teach other subjects in the English language. It is a known fact that English has become ‘the international language of communication’ where it is being used as the only language to communicate among people of other countries in various different sectors, be it in trade and business, political discussions and meetings, or in education. Due to globalization, it has become important for those interested to have a prosperous career to know the language used by the majority.

Also, in order to pursue higher education and carve out a befitting career for themselves, parents have become conscious and are admitting their children in English medium schools and coaching classes so that they are able to develop proper communication skills in the English language.Due to this reason, schools, colleges and various private Spoken English institutes prefer TEFL educators who are proficient in their job.Pursuing a Diploma program in TEFL is the appropriate program for aspiring candidates looking to have a career in TEFL, either with some years of teaching experience or without it. Moreover, if you are someone who is busy in your life and have commitments to fulfil with very little or no spare time to attend classes for the training program, will find the online program to be quite beneficial. The online mode of learning that usually lasts for duration of 220 hours hence is not only less time consuming but is also easy on the pockets as compared to any in-class course programs.Teachers with experience in this sector having knowledge on teaching techniques do not find it difficult while pursuing the online program, however those new to this field, must surely try the teaching practice in any local schools so that they are able to practice the things that they learn while pursuing the program. The TEFL Diploma program curriculum generally comprises of topics ranging from language acquisition classes, lesson planning, contemporary and innovative ESL teaching methodologies, grammar and phonology knowledge, classroom management skills, and many other necessary areas of knowledge which are accessible to the candidates via the internet. The candidates are also given opportunity to do research work on the topics so as to improve their innate ability of self-study. You may be fretting over the thought that without the guidance and help of a teacher which candidates enrolling in the in-class mode receive, you as an online candidate would be deprived of! You cannot be further from the truth! All online candidates are provided with a well trained and experienced tutor who provide constant assistance to the candidates and help them with their queries all throughout the program.A certified TEFL educator will not only get the opportunity to travel around the world and have various experiences of the places and the people, but also earn handsome salary to lead a comfortable life. TEFL educators all around the world get employment opportunities in various schools, universities, language centres or are also hired as private language tutors to teach and improve the English communication skills of the learners.So, do not waste any more moment and get yourself enrolled in a TEFL Diploma program and plan an exciting future ahead!

Thursday, 27 April 2017

Education management can be defined as “a complex human enterprise in which different resources are brought together and made available to achieve and to accomplish the desire and expected goals or objectives.”In order to ensure smooth and proper operation of an educational institute, to make sure that whatever resources is available is used to the best of its capabilities, is what entails a job of an education administrator. These managers oversee and manage the administration of the education institution to get the best outcomes for the institution. Educational managementis concerned with schools, colleges, universities and other educational organizations and involves the organization and its administration into managing the existing “establishment and systems” and also bringing about reforms for the better functioning of the education institution.

Education management comprises of rules, regulation and a number of principles that guides the functioning of the system of an educational institution. It deals with both human and materialistic resources of the institution. The board of management is headed by the principal or the partners/stakeholders of the institution, followed by the teacher-in-charges who ensure that they are able to reach their targets within the stipulated time frame.It is an educational institution which imparts knowledge, skills and values to the students so that they become more productive and useful to themselves and society, it is the education administrators who ensure that there this goal is achieved without much obstacles.In this highly competitive market, where there are thousands of schools growing up, it has become essential for them to maintain a high standard of education and at the same time develop their unique quality that will separate them from the rest, not to forget the on-going debit and credit of income.Education managers should always keep in mind that the purpose of their institutions is to provide quality education to their students; hence they should stress on the ways and procedures of teaching each subject so as to make them suit the needs of the students and prove beneficial for them.The goal of education is not only “to increase the amount of knowledge but to create the possibilities for a child to invent and discover, to create men who are capable of doing new things.” (Jean Piaget)In order to accelerate this process, people are needed to manage and look over the whole process, so that the goal is met as well as the institution is also able to run in a proper manner.Educational Managers usually belong to the non-teaching staffs who do not or have very less academic jobs and concentrate on the working of the institution which involve handling the human resources like the teachers, students and other working staffs and also the non-human resources like maintaining salaries, building and premises maintenance, and managing/taking care of any internal or external problem that may arise. Therefore, they are responsible for maintaining the well-being of the institution as a whole, taking care of the needs of the teachers and the students as well as the finances.As managers in a corporate organization try to provide the best working environment for their employees in order to make them more productive, likewise it the function and responsibility of the Education managersto make the task easier for the teachers and professors to do their job well.If you are looking for such a rewarding and satisfying career, where you will be assigned the job of making the education process easier for the teachers and the students, then it is needless to say that a professional course from a good teacher training institute on the same will ensure that you reach your goal and be successful in it.

Tuesday, 18 April 2017

Has the idea of becoming a trainer to adult professionals ever crossed your mind? Sure, dealing with adults has their own set of drawbacks but which career is without hurdles and obstacles! Being a mentor to adults, who are already bogged down with their work pressure and many other problems in their lives, is not an easy job to accomplish. Business English/Professional English teaching is one such field that caters to the professionals working in different fields and sectors. Business English teaching involves helping the learners develop and improve their communication skills in English that is usually used in the professional world of trade and business.

Business English and General English have subtle differences between them which can be mastered with proper practice. The basic points of difference between the both are

Business English is crisp, concise and clear and unambiguous

It is formal and practical in tone

It is a short duration course; hence time plays an important role in Business English classes

If you are someone who knows English as a language in-and-out and know the proper use of it, loves to interact with people of different levels a lot and at the same time enjoy their company and also take some amount of interest in business and the working of various organisations then, a career in business English will benefit you the most. Also you will be engaged in the profession which you will enjoy thoroughly and will also learn a lot from these adult learners.

All you need is a course on Business English Teachers Training. Business English teachers are very different from traditional teachers and their teaching methodologies and that is why they should be all the more trained in a professional Business teacher Training program. The training program curriculum consists of need analysis, client approach, classroom management techniques, and business English communication skills, and other important aspects.

However, if you are currently employed in some other organisation, or have other commitments in life, yet is eager to pursue a course on Business English Teacher Training, then online mode of learning is always a safe and viable option for you. The online course can be pursued from anywhere around the globe, that too at the candidate’s own pace and time. There are online tutors who are always available to guide the candidates throughout the course and help them with their queries and problem areas so that they are able to reap the maximum benefit out of the course and successfully complete the course within the stipulated amount of time.

Knowing and mastering Business English vocabulary is of primary importance in today’s world of international trade. In non-English speaking nations, it is a known fact that they use English as their language of communication.Business English caters to a wide range of working professionals which can range from employees working for organisations to the Managers and CEOs of big and reputed organisations each having their specific needs and requirement of learning and acquiring the communication skill in English which will be catered well by a trained trainer.

Business English is not only used in oral communications like talking over the phone or in person to clients or business partners, conducting meetings and presentations, speaking on a large forum and addressing to a group of people, but also in written communication forms like letters, emails, presentations, surveys, data analysis, etc. which are all covered in the training classes. Also, in business English classes, the learners are not only taught on the ways of communication but also on the proper way of presenting themselves in the presence of other professionals, both in-house and outside their organisations.

Hence, enrolling for a professional Business English Training program will ensure that you master all the above discussed skills to become accomplished in your dream career.

Thursday, 13 April 2017

Are you looking for a career that provides you both with the pleasure of travelling as well as with the opportunity to earn? Travelling and at the same time getting to earn and funding one’s travelling expense is quite a lucrative combination for the travel enthusiasts. And if teaching as a profession interests you then enrolling yourself for a TEFL program will be a smart move. Teachers all around the world are revered for their contribution and influence upon children who are the future citizens of nations. They are the future-makers of the generation; and with ESL teachers, they are provided with the chance to help the students all around the globe and teach them the ways of communicating in English in a world where English has become the ‘lingua franca’ and is the preferred language of communication among the non-English speaking nations.

And as English gradually gains in importance, there has also been a gradual increasing demand for teachers to acquaint the non-English speaking natives with the English language in the various ways of communication, viz., speaking, listening, reading and writing skills so that they do not remain ignorant, unable to be part of the global economy.

TEFL is the acronym for Teaching English as Foreign Language and is quite popular in the international field of teaching and learning. Teaching a new and foreign language to learners or teaching other subjects in a foreign language, that too in those nations is quite a difficult task. A certified training will ensure that you are able to do your job with much ease and comfort. Pursuing a course in TEFL and completing it successfully will give you the opportunity to be employed as a teacher in any place around the world. A TEFL certificate thus, along with providing the opportunity to travel all around, does not fail to provide job satisfaction among these enthusiasts.

A bachelor’s degree in TEFL will provide the aspirants with the requisite knowledge and skills that are required to become a successful TEFL educator. TEFL involves teaching to the learners in the most innovative ways whereby the focus is on them rather than on the teachers, as was the norm in traditional teaching methodologies. Here, in ESL classes, the learners are motivated to interact and discuss with the educators and among themselves more frequently, where they are the active participants in the activities of the class and the teacher acts as a facilitator/mediator.

Along with this, in the ESL training classes the participants also get to acquaint themselves with varied different topics relevant in teaching learners belonging to different nationality, background and ethnicity that include different language teaching techniques, classroom management skills, education management skills, and many more along with the research modules. The candidates are also given the option of choosing to specialize in either Young Learner’s Teacher’s Training or Business Learner’s Teacher’s Training. The Bachelor’s program is a two year course that is provided in the online mode of education by most training institutes and hence provides the candidates with the liberty of pursuing it from the comfort of their home, at their own pace and time.

At the end of the six semesters the candidates need to submit assignments on the topics on which they have been provided information with. These assignments are evaluated by the online tutors who are assigned to the candidates by the institutes throughout the course to provide them with support and assistance whenever they need them.

Life as a TEFL educator is certainly different than traditional teaching profession;you get to meet different people and, experience and soak in the culture of the place and also receive a handsome pay package and lead a comfortable life, once you have gathered some amount of experience in this field.

Tuesday, 11 April 2017

Every organisation has certain goals and aims to fulfill; however they cannot be done without the help of resources, both human and non-human. A group of professionals which makes up the management of an organisation are nevertheless required who would be responsible for the proper handling of the whole process that leads up to the desired goals and result. The management involves planning, organizing, leading, staffing and supervision in order to reach the goal within the stipulated time frame. Without an efficient team, proper management, regulation and guidance to the different members working in the organisation,cannot be attained.

To manage an educational institution is not a child’s play. It is certainly the most dynamic field of profession in any organisation whose goals and approaches changes more frequently than others. However every organisation has their own set of problems and troubles! Nevertheless, it is every organisation’s vision and aim to make the most out of the available resources with the least number of problems as possible. The professionals who are responsible for attaining this vision and also maintaining this stability and balance in the organisation should all have the requisite skill and expertise to be able to efficiently run an organisation; here it is an educational institute. All these necessary qualities can be acquired not only through years of experience but also do need a proper training so that a fresher might also be able to think about a future in education management.

If you are a fresher with no prior job experience and are looking for a career in educational management, then enrolling yourself for a professional training course will be the right decision. Even for teachers, who are in the teaching profession and want to add another feather to their already glorious crown, can opt to pursue a course in Education management.

Education management are directly linked and are responsible to the educational administrators. Educational administrators generally consist of the top management of the organisation who are involved with the policy-making process, objectives and also planning of the yearly budget and expenditure. They generally are the owners, partners, stake holders and principals of the institute who put the responsibility on the next level of the managers to implement their vision and policy. The educational management, as they are called so, through their planning and organizing of the plans and the objectives are responsible in helping the organisation reach its goal, at the end of the year. They also are responsible for overseeing of the working of the whole institution and ensure its smooth functioning. The educational management usually consists of the principal and the teacher-in-charge who make sure that the institution runs smooth and as per expected in order to meet their objectives and goals.

It involves managing and controlling of the various aspects of an education institution to ensure proper functioning of it which includes the human and non-human resources, i.e., intellectual, physical and financial resources. As the management is answerable to the administrators of the institution hence their proper functioning is a necessity. Management goals include development of education standard of the institution which results in development of the society at large, the thorough utilization of the resources available in hand through motivation, encouragement and proper guidance, providing training to the employees as and when required and many more.

In order to ensure better functioning of the institution as well as maintaining a good standard and public reputation in the market, with cut-throat course in Education managementcompetition, it is also the function of Educational management to efficiently manage time and help the employees maintain cordial interpersonal relationship with each other, both in and outside the organisation, so as to able to maintain a cordial working atmosphere in the institution.

Tuesday, 28 March 2017

Ever thought of becoming an accomplished and successful English communication trainer for adult professionals? If yes, then Business English Teachers’ Training course is the one for you as without a professional training program certificate, being employed as an English communication trainer is a big hurdle. Almost all organizations hiring or looking to hire a professional trainer, want them to be well trained and possess a training certificate from a recognized training institute.

Being able to communicate and express yourself in a satisfactory manner is the key to having successful relationships and getting the desired outcomes in your personal life. And corporate business relationships are no different. Communication is one big aspect of running a smooth and trouble-free organization jointly by the management and its employees, remaining in the competition to be leaders and eventually leading to its expected growth and success in the market. Proper and good communication between both parties leads to sharing of knowledge and opinions and also the exchange of clear ideas regarding ones duties and responsibilities. This enables the organizations to maintain a healthy relationship with their partners and customers and also allow the managers to perform their roles and pass on the responsibilities to their subordinates.Proper communication is also necessary among co-workers in an organization so that they are able to exchange ideas when need be and come to each other’s aid. For those in the marketing and sales department, also need fluent communication skills in order to create and maintain good relationship with the customers and business partners. A proper flow of communication helps in preventing any kind of misfortune or debacle that may occur as a result of any miscommunication. It has been seen that most accidents and mishaps in history has been caused due to the communication gap within parties. Also, a fresher who is looking out for jobs, will find it way easier to land up with a position of his preference when his prospective employers find his communication skills to be at par with the industry standards. Now since, English language has become lingua franca, and also turned out to be theubiquitous language of communication among the non-English speaking nations of the world, hence knowing the language and the ways of communicating via different mediums has become an absolute necessity. Every small and big company, especially among the non-English speaking nations, who are engaged in or are looking forward to be associated with international business, deals and communication, need their employees who are placed in good positions in the organization to be able to fluently communicate in English.Also many organizations hire employees who do not possess proficiency over communication skills in English, but are quite good at their job. However due to the need of the hour, these employees need to be able to communicate properly in a common language understood by all. Here is where Business English trainers are in demand. The trainer’s job is not only to make the learners proficient in English communication skills but also to enhance their confidence when it comes to expressing themselves in English before varied audience, be it their customers, partners or stakeholders and in any medium, i.e., verbal through meetings, presentations or telephones, written in the form of mails and letters. The training courses will make the trainees well versed with the training and management skills so that they are able to pass the knowledge to their learners and reach their goal of improving their communication skills.The trainers either find full time employment with an organization under a contractual period, or may divide his time for training among two or more organizations. They can either work as individual trainers or be employed in a training organization. Whatever be it, as a well-trained Business English trainer, job opportunities will always be in plenty.

Wednesday, 15 March 2017

If contributing and making a positive difference in the lives of others and loving the company of children are the two points that go hand-in-hand for you, then you should definitely be in the teaching profession. Teaching is undoubtedly the noblest job as teachers are considered to be educators who have the responsibility of making the future citizens of the nation. Growing children are in such a stage of their life where they grasp and take in mannerisms and knowledge that is shared with them. Hence teachers need to be trained to know the correct and right approaches to dealing with them.

Communication in the English language has become very important in today’s age because of it being made as the lingua franca. It was quite a problem for the non-native English speaking nations to communicate freely with each other, a lack of a common language being the hurdle. Hence, as English has gained the status of lingua franca, it has become absolutely essential for all to know the language to be able to become part of and understand the global culture, trade and business.A course in TEFL/TESOL is the perfect course if you are looking to become a teacher for children in different places of the world, belonging to different culture, beliefs or religion. Young children are again not very easy to control. Unlike adults attending classes, who generally come with a certain set of expectations and ideas relating to the class and aspire to learn and gain new knowledge and skills, young children have to attend classes either because of parental pressure, peer pressure or due to their schools in which they study. Hence, if the lessons are not made interesting enough to grab and hold their attention, then the learners would not learn anything nor would they find it gripping enough to put their mind into it.A Young Learner’s Teacher’s training course in TEFL/TESOL is therefore, in demand for all those aspirants aspiring to become mentors for young children. The course acquaints the aspirants with the new and innovative methods of ESL teaching that are quite different from the traditional methods of handling young children where they are the prime focus and teaching them the basic communication skills in a way that is best suited for young children.However, since most people are busy with their life nowadays and would find it a problem in attending classes on a regular basis, online mode of learning is the solution for them. If you are busy with other commitments in your life and would not be able to dedicate the time required for attending in-class programs, then pursuing the program in the online mode would certainly be the best available option for you. In order to pursue the online program, one needs to have some practical experience in the field of teaching and also need to have decent English communication skills, besides being a graduate in any field. However, if you are totally new to this profession, then practicing the skills and knowledge that you gain while pursuing the course in a local school will certainly help you in the long run, while getting a job.The online course spans for duration of 60 hours which is divided into 5 phases. The candidates are given online assignments to complete where they are guided by the well experienced tutors who also examine the assignments submitted by the candidates, after which they can move to the next phase and so on.The course is suitable not only for aspiring ESL candidates but also for those who are looking to update their existing skills with the modern approaches and methodologies of teaching young children with the expectation of handling the Gen Y more effectively. Likewise, if you are passionate towards teaching young children, the course is perfect for you whether you are new or experienced in this field.